tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19266829430099740022018-02-21T12:29:30.637-06:00Hope's CafeGrab a cup of coffee, sit down, and relax!Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01920885577163512347noreply@blogger.comBlogger1793125blogspot/zRuHmhttps://feedburner.google.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1926682943009974002.post-54512946784947213462018-02-21T12:28:00.000-06:002018-02-21T12:29:30.795-06:00Earn Money While Playing Trivia! #Swagbucks<span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;lucida grande&quot; , &quot;tahoma&quot; , &quot;verdana&quot; , &quot;arial&quot; , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Want to earn money while answering fun trivia questions?&nbsp;SwagIQ (available for iPhone and. Android) is a live, multiplayer trivia game show you play from your phone!</span><span id="docs-internal-guid-aa751dee-b56c-5364-a45f-6882705e2152" style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;lucida grande&quot; , &quot;tahoma&quot; , &quot;verdana&quot; , &quot;arial&quot; , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span><br /><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;lucida grande&quot; , &quot;tahoma&quot; , &quot;verdana&quot; , &quot;arial&quot; , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-FJZcgQKOErc/Wo26hkJibRI/AAAAAAAAVhY/t45FyvMBtjMu2guXH7EJd6Az2qEaNA8IwCLcBGAs/s1600/card811.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="480" height="160" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-FJZcgQKOErc/Wo26hkJibRI/AAAAAAAAVhY/t45FyvMBtjMu2guXH7EJd6Az2qEaNA8IwCLcBGAs/s320/card811.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;lucida grande&quot; , &quot;tahoma&quot; , &quot;verdana&quot; , &quot;arial&quot; , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span><div dir="ltr" style="font-size: 1.1rem; line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; padding: 0px;">Each weekday, Swag IQ broadcasts a live game. Simply tune-in at the appointed time by launching the SwagIQ app and log-in with your Swagbucks account credentials. If you don't have a Swagbucks account, you can&nbsp;<b><u><a href="http://www.swagbucks.com/?cmd=sb-trk&amp;t0=blgTrk&amp;t1=40690873&amp;t2=811&amp;t3=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.swagbucks.com%2Fp%2Foffer-page%2F%3Fid%3D3735" rel="nofollow">sign up for one here and then download the app</a></u></b>!</div><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;lucida grande&quot; , &quot;tahoma&quot; , &quot;verdana&quot; , &quot;arial&quot; , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><br />Our game show host will then ask a series of multiple-choice trivia questions. You’ll have 10 seconds to answer each one. Get it right; you get SB and move on. Answer them all correctly and you can win a grand prize! If more than one player wins, the winners split the grand prize.&nbsp;</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;lucida grande&quot; , &quot;tahoma&quot; , &quot;verdana&quot; , &quot;arial&quot; , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowFullScreen='true' webkitallowfullscreen='true' mozallowfullscreen='true' width='320' height='266' src='https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dzfxYHrGb0ILDhq2FbbMnrA5hMZBVWMzBVX3AFAvjWwa3MuxWy4iOBqAqocWufZxJ33agWjQzVF60TwBJfeZQ' class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' FRAMEBORDER='0' /></div><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;lucida grande&quot; , &quot;tahoma&quot; , &quot;verdana&quot; , &quot;arial&quot; , sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><br /><br />Get it wrong; still play along. Some questions have an SB award attached to them. If you answer those questions correctly, you get those SB, even if you’re out of the running for the big money. And, if you’re in a groove but miss a question, you’ll have the option to rejoin a game by redeeming a few SB.<br /><br />The first public game is today at 4PM Eastern Time/1PM Pacific Time. So, tune-in then win up to $1000 playing SwagIQ. The host will review how to play before the game starts!</span><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/zRuHm/~4/YiL0Jbk9Xxw" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01920885577163512347noreply@blogger.com0http://www.hopescafe.com/2018/02/earn-money-while-playing-trivia.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1926682943009974002.post-56829017442587557562018-02-01T16:14:00.002-06:002018-02-01T16:14:43.299-06:00<span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Want an extra boost to your budget in February??&nbsp;</span><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">If you haven't tried Swagbucks before, you can get a bonus $3 for signing up as my referral this month. Swagbucks is a rewards site where you earn points (called SB) for things you're probably doing online already, like searching, watching videos, discovering deals, and taking surveys. Then you take those points and exchange them for gift cards to places like Amazon, Starbucks, Walmart, Target, or PayPal cash.&nbsp;</span><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">When you sign up through me this month, you can earn a $3 bonus! Here's how:&nbsp;</span><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">1.&nbsp;</span><a href="http://www.swagbucks.com/?cmd=sb-trk&amp;t0=blgTrk&amp;t1=40690873&amp;t2=808" rel="nofollow">Sign up using this link&nbsp;</a><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">2. Earn 300 SB total before 3/1/18. You'll get a $3 (300 SB) bonus for it!&nbsp;</span><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">3. If you want even more bonuses, you'll get a $10 (1000 SB rebate) bonus for making your first shop purchase! That's in addition to the SB you earn for every dollar you spend.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">That's it. It's super easy, and Swagbucks is for real. I use it myself, and I've earned over $80 in Amazon and Walmart gift cards!</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.swagbucks.com/?cmd=sb-trk&amp;t0=blgTrk&amp;t1=40690873&amp;t2=808" rel="nofollow"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="480" height="160" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-29ecqTZYTjo/WnORP4rPb0I/AAAAAAAAVec/x9kHEsrneJE4wGr6focTrLPMa1jDqyYAgCLcBGAs/s320/card808.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">&nbsp;</span><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br /><br /><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/zRuHm/~4/hAUGhHN9Iss" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01920885577163512347noreply@blogger.com0http://www.hopescafe.com/2018/02/want-extra-boost-to-your-budget-in.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1926682943009974002.post-19198848541355774762018-01-23T12:50:00.003-06:002018-01-23T12:50:53.925-06:00The First Swago 2018 Edition! #Swagbucks<span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 12px;">Still recovering from all of your holiday shopping? The online rewards site Swagbucks has a smart and fun way for you to earn and save when you spend.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></span><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="color: #111111; font-family: arial; font-size: 12px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> &nbsp;</span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.swagbucks.com/?cmd=sb-trk&amp;t0=blgTrk&amp;t1=40690873&amp;t2=806&amp;t3=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.swagbucks.com%2Fswago" rel="nofollow"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="480" height="160" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-7F9ufG0CUbg/WmeD2kJn_XI/AAAAAAAAVcQ/KTRC2W43y2sZSwkUXXNPAvyKTwkyzrHzACLcBGAs/s320/card806.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span style="color: #111111; font-family: arial; font-size: 12px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span><span style="color: #111111; font-family: arial; font-size: 12px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br />Swagbucks is hosting another round of Shopping Swago! What is SWAGO you ask? It's </span><span style="color: #111111; font-family: arial; font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.5; white-space: pre-wrap;">a bingo-inspired promotion run by Swagbucks, a website that rewards you with points (called SB) for completing everyday online activities. You can redeem those SB for free gift cards. If you've never used Swagbucks, participating in SWAGO is a great introduction to the site and an easy way to earn a good amount of points quickly. </span><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">&nbsp; </span><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><b style="background-color: #f5f8fa; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><i><u><a href="http://www.swagbucks.com/?cmd=sb-trk&amp;t0=blgTrk&amp;t1=40690873&amp;t2=806&amp;t3=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.swagbucks.com%2Fswago" rel="nofollow">Click here to get started</a></u></i></b><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><span style="font-size: 12px;">!&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></span><br /><div dir="ltr" style="background-color: #f5f8fa; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.5; margin-bottom: 9pt; margin-top: 9pt; padding: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Here’s what you need to know to get your 3</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>00 SB Bonus</b></span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">(and don’t worry, you don’t have to make a purchase to complete a pattern):</span></span></div><div dir="ltr" style="background-color: #f5f8fa; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; margin-bottom: 9pt; margin-top: 9pt; padding: 0px;"></div><ul style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><li style="line-height: 1.5;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="background-color: transparent; line-height: 1.90349; vertical-align: baseline;"><b><u><span style="color: #111111; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Go to the </span></span><span style="color: #111111;"><span style="white-space: pre-wrap;">Swag</span></span></u></b><span style="color: #111111; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b><u> page</u></b> and make sure you hit “Join” otherwise you won’t get credit for completing the action items. </span></span></span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.90349; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Each square on your </span><a href="http://www.swagbucks.com/swago" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.90349; text-decoration: none; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #ba1111; vertical-align: baseline;">Swago Board</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.90349; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> will contain an action item to complete.</span></span></li><li style="color: black; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px; line-height: 1.5;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; line-height: 1.90349; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: x-small;">Once you complete the action item in a particular square the square will change color signifying the action item is complete.</span></span></li><li style="color: black; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; line-height: 1.90349; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: x-small;">You have a limited amount of time to mark off as many squares as possible so use your time wisely.</span></span></li><li style="color: black; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; line-height: 1.90349; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Be mindful of the patterns and their corresponding bonuses located on the right of your </span><a href="http://www.swagbucks.com/swago" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; line-height: 1.90349; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #ba1111; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Swago Board</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; line-height: 1.90349; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. The patterns will vary in difficulty and bonus value - up to 300 SB - enough for your first $3 gift card.</span></span></li><li style="color: black; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; line-height: 1.90349; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Once you’ve achieved a pattern the corresponding “Submit” button will light up. You can have multiple patterns available for submission, however, </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; font-weight: 700; line-height: 1.90349; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">you can only submit ONE pattern so choose wisely.</span></span></li><li style="color: black; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; line-height: 1.90349; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The game ends </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; font-weight: 700; line-height: 1.90349; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, January 26th at 12pm PDT/3pm EDT</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; line-height: 1.90349; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. So make sure to hit “Submit” on the pattern you wish to submit. </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; font-weight: 700; line-height: 1.90349; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you don’t hit “Submit” before the game ends you won’t receive your SB bonus.</span></span>&nbsp; <br /><br /><b><i><u><a href="http://www.swagbucks.com/?cmd=sb-trk&amp;t0=blgTrk&amp;t1=40690873&amp;t2=806&amp;t3=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.swagbucks.com%2Fswago" rel="nofollow">Also, if you sign up through me this month, you'll get a $10 rebate when you make your first purchase via Swagbucks Shopping! You can activate it in the "Swag Ups" area of "My Account"</a></u></i></b></li></ul><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/zRuHm/~4/U0BYFTrfB6k" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01920885577163512347noreply@blogger.com0http://www.hopescafe.com/2018/01/the-first-swago-2018-edition-swagbucks.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1926682943009974002.post-27384930521603798182018-01-05T14:53:00.002-06:002018-01-05T14:53:49.957-06:00Big Rewards At Swagbucks This Month!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.swagbucks.com/?cmd=sb-trk&amp;t0=blgTrk&amp;t1=40690873&amp;t2=805&amp;t3=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.swagbucks.com%2Fswago" rel="nofollow"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="480" height="160" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-dc7fa0tk11Q/Wk_lrIwS_4I/AAAAAAAAVbg/Aw2ZXYdoZSEsM8RxVjuTHKhXOU0WOzFOgCLcBGAs/s320/card805.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">The digital rewards site Swagbucks is offering big payouts during their January "Swago" promotion starting Monday, January 8th at 9am PT and running until Monday, January 15th!&nbsp;Swago is just like bingo, but in this case you're filling out squares as you earn points on their site for doing things you already do online. If you're thinking of trying Swagbucks, this is a great chance to learn all about how the site works and earn bonus points while doing it, meaning you can get more gift cards faster. Here are a few tips:&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br /><ul style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><li>Each square on your Swago Board will contain an action item to complete. They can be anything from getting a search win, completing a survey, or just visiting one of our popular stores!&nbsp;<br />&nbsp;</li><li>Once you complete the action item in a particular square the square will change color signifying the action item is complete.&nbsp;<br />&nbsp;</li><li>You have until 12pm PT/3pm ET on Monday, January 15th to mark off as many squares as possible so use your time wisely.&nbsp;<br />&nbsp;</li><li>Be mindful of the patterns and their corresponding bonuses located on the right of your Swago Board. The patterns will vary in difficulty and bonus value. Once you’ve achieved a pattern, the corresponding “Submit” button will light up. You can have multiple patterns available for submission, however, you can only submit ONE pattern so choose wisely.&nbsp;<br /></li><li>Each activity you successfully complete on your Swago Board will give you anywhere from 1-20 spins on the Spin &amp; Win Wheel. PLUS, when you submit your board for a bonus you'll get additional spins. The number of spins will depend on the pattern you complete. The wheel has all sorts of great prizes that you can win, and each spin is a winner!</li></ul><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">The Spin &amp; Win Wheel will be available all throughout Swago and you have until 11:59pm PT on Monday, January 15th to use all your spins.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Fill up your board and then submit your pattern to get even more points - if you can fill in the whole board, you get a 500 SB bonus, which is enough for a $5 gift card from the retailer of your choice.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><b style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><u><i><a href="http://www.swagbucks.com/?cmd=sb-trk&amp;t0=blgTrk&amp;t1=40690873&amp;t2=805&amp;t3=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.swagbucks.com%2Fswago" rel="nofollow">Click here</a></i></u></b><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">&nbsp;right now and click "Join" to get started! If you don't already have a Swagbucks account, you'll be able to quickly sign up; PLUS, if you earn 300 SB before the first of January, you'll get a bonus 300 SB!</span><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/zRuHm/~4/G0AftgW2u9s" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01920885577163512347noreply@blogger.com0http://www.hopescafe.com/2018/01/big-rewards-at-swagbucks-this-month.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1926682943009974002.post-26743568409831555232017-12-29T12:49:00.001-06:002017-12-29T12:49:24.357-06:00Get a $3 Bonus For Signing Up For Swagbucks!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.swagbucks.com/?cmd=sb-trk&amp;t0=blgTrk&amp;t1=40690873&amp;t2=801" rel="nofollow"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="480" height="160" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Sx58soT6vTQ/WkaOA53T5TI/AAAAAAAAVbA/PLqlyXgb-L0bzelo6Mg4jpkuQ3HD8V07gCLcBGAs/s320/card801.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Looking for a way to rebuild your finances after the holidays?&nbsp;</span><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">If you haven't tried Swagbucks before, you can get a bonus $3 for signing up as my referral during January. Swagbucks is a rewards site where you earn points (called SB) for things you're probably doing online already, like searching, watching videos, discovering deals, and taking surveys. Then you take those points and exchange them for gift cards to places like Amazon, Starbucks, Walmart, Target, or PayPal cash.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">When you sign up through me this month, you can earn a $3 bonus! Here's how:&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">1.&nbsp;</span><b style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><u><a href="http://www.swagbucks.com/?cmd=sb-trk&amp;t0=blgTrk&amp;t1=40690873&amp;t2=801" rel="nofollow">Sign up using this link</a></u></b><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">&nbsp; </span><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">2. Earn 300 SB total before 2/1/18. You'll get a $3 (300 SB) bonus for it!&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">3. If you want even more bonuses, you'll get a $10 (1000 SB rebate) bonus for making your first shop purchase! That's in addition to the SB you earn for every dollar you spend.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">That's it. It's super easy, and Swagbucks is for real. I use it myself, and I've earned $50 in Amazon gift cards! It was perfect to do some extra Christmas shopping!</span><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/zRuHm/~4/WBxVDVtbihQ" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01920885577163512347noreply@blogger.com0http://www.hopescafe.com/2017/12/get-3-bonus-for-signing-up-for-swagbucks.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1926682943009974002.post-20166786917510135832017-12-18T11:53:00.001-06:002017-12-18T11:53:07.704-06:00Holiday Rewards at Swagbucks!<span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">The holidays are here and the online rewards site Swagbucks has a smart and fun way for you to earn and save while you spend.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.swagbucks.com/?cmd=sb-trk&amp;t0=blgTrk&amp;t1=40690873&amp;t2=799&amp;t3=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.swagbucks.com%2Fswago" rel="nofollow"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="480" height="160" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-tGyzchxUqA4/WjgAZSqw5DI/AAAAAAAAVac/sP37lXM2gSIffzd5KSzBpis4VHVc95nEACLcBGAs/s320/card799.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="color: #111111; font-family: arial; font-size: 14px; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> <br />Swagbucks is hosting another round of Shopping Swago! What is SWAGO you ask? It's </span><span style="color: #111111; font-family: arial; font-size: 14px; line-height: 1.5; white-space: pre-wrap;">a bingo-inspired promotion run by Swagbucks, a website that rewards you with points (called SB) for completing everyday online activities. You can redeem those SB for free gift cards. If you've never used Swagbucks, participating in SWAGO is a great introduction to the site and an easy way to earn a good amount of points quickly. </span><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">&nbsp; </span><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><b style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><i><u><a href="http://www.swagbucks.com/?cmd=sb-trk&amp;t0=blgTrk&amp;t1=40690873&amp;t2=799&amp;t3=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.swagbucks.com%2Fswago" rel="nofollow">Click here to get started</a></u></i></b><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">!&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br /><div dir="ltr" style="background-color: #f5f8fa; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 1.1rem; line-height: 1.5; margin-bottom: 9pt; margin-top: 9pt; padding: 0px;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Here’s what you need to know to get your 3</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>00 SB ($3) Bonus</b></span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">(and don’t worry, you don’t have to make a purchase to complete a pattern):</span></span></div><div dir="ltr" style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 1.1rem; margin-bottom: 9pt; margin-top: 9pt; padding: 0px;"></div><ul style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><li style="color: black; line-height: 1.5;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; line-height: 1.90349; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Shop Swago will begin on </span><b>Monday, December 18th at 9am PT/12pm ET</b><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; line-height: 1.90349; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">, make sure you hit “Join” otherwise you won’t get credit for completing the action items. </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; line-height: 1.90349; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Each square on your </span><a href="http://www.swagbucks.com/swago" style="background-color: transparent; line-height: 1.90349; text-decoration: none; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #ba1111; vertical-align: baseline;">Swago Board</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; line-height: 1.90349; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> will contain an action item to complete.</span></span></li><li style="color: black; line-height: 1.5;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; line-height: 1.90349; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: x-small;">Once you complete the action item in a particular square the square will change color signifying the action item is complete.</span></span></li><li><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; line-height: 1.90349; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: x-small;">You have a limited amount of time to mark off as many squares as possible so use your time wisely.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; line-height: 1.90349; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Be mindful of the patterns and their corresponding bonuses located on the right of your </span><a href="http://www.swagbucks.com/swago" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; line-height: 1.90349; text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #ba1111; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Swago Board</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; line-height: 1.90349; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. The patterns will vary in difficulty and bonus value - up to 300 SB - enough for your first $3 gift card.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; line-height: 1.90349; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Once you’ve achieved a pattern the corresponding “Submit” button will light up. You can have multiple patterns available for submission, however, </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; font-weight: 700; line-height: 1.90349; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">you can only submit ONE pattern so choose wisely.</span></span></li><li><span style="font-family: arial; font-size: x-small;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; line-height: 1.90349; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The game ends </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; font-weight: 700; line-height: 1.90349; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Friday, December 22nd at 12pm PDT/3pm EDT</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; line-height: 1.90349; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. So make sure to hit “Submit” on the pattern you wish to submit. </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #111111; font-weight: 700; line-height: 1.90349; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If you don’t hit “Submit” before the game ends you won’t receive your SB bonus.</span></span>&nbsp; <br /><br /><b><i><u><a href="http://www.swagbucks.com/?cmd=sb-trk&amp;t0=blgTrk&amp;t1=40690873&amp;t2=799&amp;t3=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.swagbucks.com%2Fswago">Also, if you sign up through me this month, you'll get a $10 rebate when you make your first purchase via Swagbucks Shopping! You can activate it in the "Swag Ups" area of "My Account"</a></u></i></b></li></ul><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/zRuHm/~4/oRz3ww4Zb1M" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01920885577163512347noreply@blogger.com0http://www.hopescafe.com/2017/12/holiday-rewards-at-swagbucks.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1926682943009974002.post-54769670333600135242017-12-11T17:13:00.002-06:002017-12-11T17:13:42.179-06:00Cashback Deals For Green Monday!<span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">You can earn money while saving it during Green Monday! The Cashback Shopping site Swagbucks is offering&nbsp;</span><b style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><u><a href="http://www.swagbucks.com/?cmd=sb-trk&amp;t0=blgTrk&amp;t1=40690873&amp;t2=796&amp;t3=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.swagbucks.com%2Fp%2Foffer-page%2F%3Fid%3D3634" rel="nofollow">big cash back</a></u>&nbsp;</b><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">- 2x or more -</span><b style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">&nbsp;</b><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">at a number of different stores&nbsp;</span><b style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><i>today only</i></b><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">. They're also offering big payouts on a varieties of different deals and offers from companies that would make great gift ideas.&nbsp;</span><b style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><u><a href="http://www.swagbucks.com/?cmd=sb-trk&amp;t0=blgTrk&amp;t1=40690873&amp;t2=796&amp;t3=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.swagbucks.com%2Fp%2Foffer-page%2F%3Fid%3D3634" rel="nofollow">Get great deals</a></u></b><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">&nbsp;without waiting in lines or even leaving your home!&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.swagbucks.com/?cmd=sb-trk&amp;t0=blgTrk&amp;t1=40690873&amp;t2=796&amp;t3=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.swagbucks.com%2Fp%2Foffer-page%2F%3Fid%3D3634" rel="nofollow"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="480" height="160" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-pqsNFelMzVk/Wi8RB3dCsaI/AAAAAAAAVZw/jkxhYDVLkCormM7mjHkdqNNqyJU1CY_ZwCLcBGAs/s320/card796.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">If you're not familiar with Swagbucks, they offer cash back in the form of points when you shop. Then you can turn those points into gift cards to places like Amazon, Starbucks, Target, or PayPal cash. You can also earn points for discovering deals, watching videos, answering surveys and more!&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><b style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><u><a href="http://www.swagbucks.com/?cmd=sb-trk&amp;t0=blgTrk&amp;t1=40690873&amp;t2=796&amp;t3=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.swagbucks.com%2Fp%2Foffer-page%2F%3Fid%3D3634" rel="nofollow">Click here</a></u></b><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">&nbsp;to take advantage of the cash back, just create your Swagbucks account when prompted (it takes less than 30 seconds) and then you're all set!&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">As a special bonus, if you&nbsp;</span><u style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold;"><a href="http://www.swagbucks.com/?cmd=sb-trk&amp;t0=blgTrk&amp;t1=40690873&amp;t2=796&amp;t3=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.swagbucks.com%2Fp%2Foffer-page%2F%3Fid%3D3634" rel="nofollow">sign up through me</a></u><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">&nbsp;you get a 300 SB ($3) bonus when you earn your first 300 SB before January 1st! This site's a great way to extend your shopping budget, especially around the holidays!</span><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/zRuHm/~4/u7qJsvVXKVU" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01920885577163512347noreply@blogger.com0http://www.hopescafe.com/2017/12/cashback-deals-for-green-monday.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1926682943009974002.post-78677495177803192082017-12-10T09:20:00.002-06:002017-12-10T09:20:32.553-06:00When To Purchase New Appliances<h1> When Is It Time to Purchase a New Appliance Bundle? </h1>For the savvy home cook, getting new appliances can be very exciting. However, purchasing an entirely new set can be downright expensive. Before creating a bit of wiggle room in the budget for the shiny new set that has caught an eye, it's a great idea to take some time to evaluate the condition of the appliances and the importance of replacing them. <br /><h2> More Than One Appliance Doesn't Match </h2>For those who are not simply starting out in a new home, it could be potentially embarrassing to have mismatched appliances. It may cause the homeowners to feel a bit of insecurity when company visits, as it is hard to go without noticing that the appliances are all different colors and brands. Should funds allow, especially if the existing appliances are older, it is a great idea to invest in a new set. <br /><h2> Can the Appliances Be Repaired? </h2>Sometimes, appliances do run into problems. Should an oven stop working, it might be much cheaper to go to <a href="http://www.wolfappliancerepaircenters.com/services/steam-oven-repair/">Wolf Oven Repair Florida</a> to have the oven repaired. Elements can fail in ovens, valves and seals could fail in dishwashers, or coolant may need topping up in refrigerators. A problematic appliance doesn't have to mean impending doom or total appliance failure, and it could save the homeowner a large chunk of change. <br /><h2> The Appliances Are Over 10 Years Old </h2>While appliances can last well beyond 10 years without problems, the risk of failure will continue to increase with age. This could mean repairs begin and continue to become more frequent. In some cases, the appliances could fail multiple times a year, making them more expensive to maintain than purchasing a replacement. In addition, older appliances tend to be less energy efficient than newer models. <br /><h2> Is It the Right Time of Year?</h2>Buying an appliance bundle is a large purchase, and it is always better to plan at least one year in advance for big ticket items. This allows the buyers to research when the best time of year is to purchase them. Black Friday Sales and end of year events can offer some of the best deals. With end of year sales, stores are trying to get rid of old models in order to free up showroom space and bring in the new models for the year. Upgrading to the latest and greatest is always a treat. However, it definitely pays off to sit back and thoroughly evaluate an appliance purchase before taking a leap of faith.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/zRuHm/~4/IvGc8V2p6Sw" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01920885577163512347noreply@blogger.com0http://www.hopescafe.com/2017/12/when-to-purchase-new-appliances.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1926682943009974002.post-39460850506122679172017-12-10T09:19:00.002-06:002017-12-10T09:19:35.483-06:00Improved Mall Experiences!<br />How Retailers Are Improving the Mall Experience<br /><br />There are a lot of people who like to shop for things online. However, there are still many people who prefer the experience of going to a brick-and-mortar store. For this reason, malls are taking steps to improve the experience that guests have. Online shopping has forced brick-and-mortar stores to up their game, as it were, in order to compete. Also, malls have to include a wider variety. This is why in addition to seeing flagship stores and large stores, there are also a lot of <a href="http://www.allstarcarts.com/kiosks">mall kiosks</a>. These allow for a larger variety and more options in a smaller space.<br /><br />A result of this increased competition from online retailers has been an increased emphasis on customer service. If a family spends the money to use the gasoline to go to the mall and then they have a negative experience, the chance is that they’re not going to go back. However, if customers go to the mall and they have a tremendous experience, it’s likely that they’re going to go back.<br /><br />In the United States, it’s estimated that businesses lose millions of dollars annually because of offering poor service. And since there are so many companies out there offering the same product, people have choices.<br /><br />One of the steps that you will see malls taking to improve customer’s experience is making sure there is enough staff to help people. One of the reasons why people are shying away from going to brick-and-mortar stores is that they don’t like waiting in line. They would prefer to wait a couple of days to have an item delivered to their home than they would wait 20 minutes in a line. Retailers can fix that by making sure there are enough cashiers and enough workers to provide the needed assistance.<br /><br />Another reason why people are shopping online is that they want a good deal. Many stores in malls are rewarding their customers with loyalty rewards programs. So if a customer comes back to the same store multiple times, they are offered discounts in return for their loyalty.<br /><br />Finally, many stores in malls are becoming stocked with professionals. This means that they have people who are knowledgeable about the product being sold. These professionals educate people about the product, allowing them to make up their own mind about whether to buy the product or not after receiving a proper education on it.<br /><br /><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/zRuHm/~4/_fPFRdXnt9A" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01920885577163512347noreply@blogger.com0http://www.hopescafe.com/2017/12/improved-mall-experiences.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1926682943009974002.post-18231923011484659442017-12-02T17:37:00.001-06:002017-12-02T17:37:33.971-06:00Healthy Pets Are Happy Pets! #EvangersDogFood<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-hDeTd-hG83w/WiM4zyjFOBI/AAAAAAAAVY4/0YVj4frLOkYHTP31CamaJtCkKittQWAeQCLcBGAs/s1600/Evangers-Logo-240x80.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="80" data-original-width="240" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-hDeTd-hG83w/WiM4zyjFOBI/AAAAAAAAVY4/0YVj4frLOkYHTP31CamaJtCkKittQWAeQCLcBGAs/s1600/Evangers-Logo-240x80.png" /></a></div><br />Our dogs have been very happy the past couple weeks! We recently received a package with a selection of <a href="https://evangersdogfood.com/" rel="nofollow">Evanger's Dog Food</a>, and Bobbi has loved sampling them all! Evanger's is a company that specializes in providing nutritious and healthy pet foods in dry and canned forms. They provide vitamins and minerals blended with natural meats so you can be assured your pet is eating healthy food!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_BPH0fdk6oo/WiM5CpuLYjI/AAAAAAAAVY8/p8eVcMoi8bwCDTFkW6b2L-pVZJhe2C2qQCLcBGAs/s1600/20135.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="500" height="200" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_BPH0fdk6oo/WiM5CpuLYjI/AAAAAAAAVY8/p8eVcMoi8bwCDTFkW6b2L-pVZJhe2C2qQCLcBGAs/s200/20135.png" width="200" /></a></div><br />The package we received had both canned and dry dog food. I try to ration out the canned food, as canned food of any kind messes up Bobbi's system, but she thoroughly loves the dry food. There are a variety of flavors such as Pheasant and Brown Rice, Chicken and Sweet Potato, and Meat Lover's Medley. Bobbi always cleans her dish, but she goes crazy over the Evanger's foods! Literally jumping up waist high trying to get the bag from my hands! (That's especially amazing when you realize she's only about 14 inches tall).<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-aH494UnCa0I/WiM5H1zzNdI/AAAAAAAAVZA/PRN5v2LeRY0QSqfTVYoCk7BKH39vCF_HQCLcBGAs/s1600/IMG_2934.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1200" height="320" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-aH494UnCa0I/WiM5H1zzNdI/AAAAAAAAVZA/PRN5v2LeRY0QSqfTVYoCk7BKH39vCF_HQCLcBGAs/s320/IMG_2934.JPG" width="240" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-KzKJ3KZ89uU/WiM5H0a2AwI/AAAAAAAAVZE/KaEY4dfVr_cN4J0Ozy57uGdUtPIu-b3AQCLcBGAs/s1600/IMG_2937.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="240" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-KzKJ3KZ89uU/WiM5H0a2AwI/AAAAAAAAVZE/KaEY4dfVr_cN4J0Ozy57uGdUtPIu-b3AQCLcBGAs/s320/IMG_2937.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br />Evanger's is a great option if you're looking for a step above the normal department store pet foods, but don't want to be paying more on your dog's grocery bill than your family's! You can purchase the foods online or use their <a href="https://evangersdogfood.com/stores/" rel="nofollow">store locator</a> to find Evanger's products near you.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/zRuHm/~4/jU3yc01hQ_w" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01920885577163512347noreply@blogger.com0http://www.hopescafe.com/2017/12/healthy-pets-are-happy-pets.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1926682943009974002.post-20970298881726640892017-12-01T12:14:00.000-06:002017-12-01T12:14:01.865-06:00Play Swago To Win Bonus Swagbucks!<span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.swagbucks.com/?cmd=sb-trk&amp;t0=blgTrk&amp;t1=40690873&amp;t2=793&amp;t3=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.swagbucks.com%2Fswago"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="480" height="160" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-RVEcMX0Dkys/WiGbtrHsDFI/AAAAAAAAVXQ/Aa1QnLE4guY9kWIBnxF4ljAGHy-pd9HogCLcBGAs/s320/card793.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">The digital rewards site Swagbucks is offering big payouts during their December "Swago" promotion starting Monday, December 4th at 9am PT and running until Monday, December 11th!&nbsp;Swago is just like bingo, but in this case you're filling out squares as you earn points on their site for doing things you already do online. If you're thinking of trying Swagbucks, this is a great chance to learn all about how the site works and earn bonus points while doing it, meaning you can get more gift cards faster. Here are a few tips:&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br /><ul style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><li>Each square on your Swago Board will contain an action item to complete. They can be anything from getting a search win, completing a survey, or just visiting one of our popular stores!&nbsp;<br />&nbsp;</li><li>Once you complete the action item in a particular square the square will change color signifying the action item is complete.&nbsp;<br />&nbsp;</li><li>You have until 12pm PT/3pm ET on Monday, December 11th to mark off as many squares as possible so use your time wisely.&nbsp;<br />&nbsp;</li><li>Be mindful of the patterns and their corresponding bonuses located on the right of your Swago Board. The patterns will vary in difficulty and bonus value. Once you’ve achieved a pattern, the corresponding “Submit” button will light up. You can have multiple patterns available for submission, however, you can only submit ONE pattern so choose wisely.&nbsp;<br /></li><li>Each activity you successfully complete on your Swago Board will give you anywhere from 1-20 spins on the Spin &amp; Win Wheel. PLUS, when you submit your board for a bonus you'll get additional spins. The number of spins will depend on the pattern you complete. The wheel has all sorts of great prizes that you can win, and each spin is a winner!</li></ul><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">The Spin &amp; Win Wheel will be available all throughout Swago and you have until 11:59pm PT on Monday, December 11th to use all your spins.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Fill up your board and then submit your pattern to get even more points - if you can fill in the whole board, you get a 500 SB bonus, which is enough for a $5 gift card from the retailer of your choice.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><b style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><u><i><a href="http://www.swagbucks.com/?cmd=sb-trk&amp;t0=blgTrk&amp;t1=40690873&amp;t2=793&amp;t3=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.swagbucks.com%2Fswago">Click here</a></i></u></b><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">&nbsp;right now and click "Join" to get started! If you don't already have a Swagbucks account, you'll be able to quickly sign up; PLUS, if you earn 300 SB before the first of January, you'll get a bonus 300 SB!</span><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/zRuHm/~4/LG6ozw03Evc" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01920885577163512347noreply@blogger.com0http://www.hopescafe.com/2017/12/play-swago-to-win-bonus-swagbucks.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1926682943009974002.post-69054636306712881672017-11-30T20:46:00.000-06:002017-11-30T20:46:32.342-06:00Cashback Deals At Swagbucks!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.swagbucks.com/?cmd=sb-trk&amp;t0=blgTrk&amp;t1=40690873&amp;t2=783&amp;t3=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.swagbucks.com%2Fp%2Foffer-page%2F%3Fid%3D3618"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="480" height="160" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-0n51MREe6VA/WiDCHsjdTbI/AAAAAAAAVWQ/r-oEVcsiDFE_h14K9aZLwY1P-ZJVIKTOwCLcBGAs/s320/card783.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">Running now through December 3rd, the cashback shopping site Swagbucks is running a series of exclusive "Swagbuster" deals that offer increased cash back (in the form of SB points) at stores, when buying gifts cards, and big SB payouts when you discover offers from different companies. You can take all of the points you earn from these deals and redeem them for gift cards from places like Amazon, Target, Walmart, Starbucks, or PayPal cash, helping you extend your holiday budget further!&nbsp;</span><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">The deals change every few hours, and you can&nbsp;</span><u style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-weight: bold;"><a href="http://www.swagbucks.com/?cmd=sb-trk&amp;t0=blgTrk&amp;t1=40690873&amp;t2=783&amp;t3=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.swagbucks.com%2Fp%2Foffer-page%2F%3Fid%3D3618">keep track of what's available by clicking here</a></u><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">. You need a Swagbucks account to take advantage - fortunately it's free and takes less than 30 seconds to sign up. PLUS, if you&nbsp;</span><b style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; text-decoration: underline;"><a href="http://www.swagbucks.com/?cmd=sb-trk&amp;t0=blgTrk&amp;t1=40690873&amp;t2=783&amp;t3=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.swagbucks.com%2Fp%2Foffer-page%2F%3Fid%3D3618">sign up through me</a></b><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">&nbsp;you'll get a bonus 300 SB ($3) if you earn 300 SB before December 1st!</span><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/zRuHm/~4/8UY3ntt4IsY" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01920885577163512347noreply@blogger.com0http://www.hopescafe.com/2017/11/cashback-deals-at-swagbucks.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1926682943009974002.post-48668541465409675392017-11-30T20:41:00.002-06:002017-11-30T20:41:24.919-06:00Earn Gift Cards With Swagbucks!<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.swagbucks.com/?cmd=sb-trk&amp;t0=blgTrk&amp;t1=40690873&amp;t2=788"><img border="0" data-original-height="240" data-original-width="480" height="160" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-Kh4EL0uSBTU/WiDA_yXdnBI/AAAAAAAAVWM/6RXyBkxmLnMEN86uv4CwH7VviXkNqg_7QCLcBGAs/s320/card788.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">If you haven't tried Swagbucks before, you can get a bonus $3 for signing up as my referral during December. Swagbucks is a rewards site where you earn points (called SB) for things you're probably doing online already, like searching, watching videos, discovering deals, and taking surveys. Then you take those points and exchange them for gift cards to places like Amazon, Starbucks, Walmart, Target, or PayPal cash.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">When you sign up through me this month, you can earn a $3 bonus! Here's how:&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">1.&nbsp;</span><b style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><u><a href="http://www.swagbucks.com/?cmd=sb-trk&amp;t0=blgTrk&amp;t1=40690873&amp;t2=788">Sign up using this link</a></u></b><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">&nbsp; </span><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">2. Earn 300 SB total before 1/1/18. You'll get a $3 (300 SB) bonus for it!&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">3. If you want even more bonuses, you'll get a $10 (1000 SB rebate) bonus for making your first shop purchase! That's in addition to the SB you earn for every dollar you spend.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><br style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;" /><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;">That's it. It's super easy, and Swagbucks is for real. I use it myself, and I've earned [GIVE EARNED SB AMOUNT, WHAT YOU SPEND IT ON]&nbsp;</span><br /><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span><span style="background-color: #f5f8fa; color: #333333; font-family: &quot;Lucida Grande&quot;, Tahoma, Verdana, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 14px;"><br /></span><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/zRuHm/~4/nQLBiLPROKM" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01920885577163512347noreply@blogger.com0http://www.hopescafe.com/2017/11/earn-gift-cards-with-swagbucks.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1926682943009974002.post-414779042776919822017-11-27T21:00:00.000-06:002017-11-27T21:00:06.180-06:00Don't Forget The Pets This Holiday Season! #DoggyGiftGuide<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JVZ-RVsXtTw/WhzPREcDK_I/AAAAAAAAVVg/iGyuOrVX5zUIIuCASDjRsONdQR4baeEQACLcBGAs/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2017-11-27%2Bat%2B8.51.21%2BPM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="97" data-original-width="227" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JVZ-RVsXtTw/WhzPREcDK_I/AAAAAAAAVVg/iGyuOrVX5zUIIuCASDjRsONdQR4baeEQACLcBGAs/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2017-11-27%2Bat%2B8.51.21%2BPM.png" /></a></div><br />Okay, how many of you are planning on shopping for your pets this holiday season? I know some folks who go all out and give their pet a stocking, wrapped gifts under the tree, etc. Other seem to ignore the idea of giving their dog a Christmas gift. I fall somewhere in the middle, and enjoy getting one of the cute dog gift sets but don't go to the extent of wrapping gifts, filling a stocking, etc. Wherever you may fall on the pet-holiday-shopping meter, there's one thing we can all agree on-you don't have to wait for the holidays to give your dog a treat!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vUHvsk6coC4/WhzQvHEJlZI/AAAAAAAAVVs/-rr3Y0n86nA3KcVzaSao8cKJHSMdaCBJwCLcBGAs/s1600/brushzees-us.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="300" data-original-width="300" height="200" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vUHvsk6coC4/WhzQvHEJlZI/AAAAAAAAVVs/-rr3Y0n86nA3KcVzaSao8cKJHSMdaCBJwCLcBGAs/s200/brushzees-us.png" width="200" /></a></div><br />I received a bag of <a href="https://www.whimzees.com/" rel="nofollow">WHIMZEES</a> Dental Chews for review...excuse me, for Bobbi to review. Bobbi is my Toy Aussie, and she has the most personality of any dog I have ever seen-and I had a lot of dogs growing up! The WHIMZEES dental chews are all natural, and are available in a variety of shapes and sizes. Bobbi received the <a href="https://www.whimzees.com/products/brushzees/" rel="nofollow">Brushees</a>, a new addition to the line that is in the shape of a toothbrush and is designed with ridges and grooves that allow for maximum cleaning. This treat actually removes plaque and tartar buildup, all the while your dog is enjoying a tasty snack.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dmfDX1unKdo/WhzQ3iraViI/AAAAAAAAVVw/JIvo8CEfcXsLk_E77p19NKccnwwi603jACLcBGAs/s1600/IMG_2791.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="240" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dmfDX1unKdo/WhzQ3iraViI/AAAAAAAAVVw/JIvo8CEfcXsLk_E77p19NKccnwwi603jACLcBGAs/s320/IMG_2791.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-1dfUw7eR5Hw/WhzQ4BVZiHI/AAAAAAAAVV0/t2-V9NyjtKUmIu2nCHnw6gPanHfhhm8UwCLcBGAs/s1600/IMG_2794.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="240" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-1dfUw7eR5Hw/WhzQ4BVZiHI/AAAAAAAAVV0/t2-V9NyjtKUmIu2nCHnw6gPanHfhhm8UwCLcBGAs/s320/IMG_2794.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-5fPkcjcAsRc/WhzQ4FRE70I/AAAAAAAAVV4/2t5KzCskkDMWChc2i8fvI_O_WfzvjuiywCLcBGAs/s1600/IMG_2795.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="240" src="https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-5fPkcjcAsRc/WhzQ4FRE70I/AAAAAAAAVV4/2t5KzCskkDMWChc2i8fvI_O_WfzvjuiywCLcBGAs/s320/IMG_2795.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Bobbi loves her Brusheez. Anytime the bag is opened, she hears and comes running. Even if she's several rooms away, she still somehow hears the bag! I love that these come in different sizes so you can find the perfect ones for your pet. Bobbi is small, so she chews the XS size, for dogs 5-15 pounds. These go all the way up to XL, for 60+ pound dogs. So no matter how big or small your furry friend, you can treat them and help provide dental care at the same time! Come on, your canine pal deserves a holiday treat this Christmas season!</div><br /><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/zRuHm/~4/6GKRl8kzirc" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01920885577163512347noreply@blogger.com0http://www.hopescafe.com/2017/11/dont-forget-pets-this-holiday-season.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1926682943009974002.post-90662208686326895212017-11-08T12:53:00.001-06:002017-11-08T12:53:06.266-06:00Gift Ideas For Your Wife #Christmas2017<strong>Interesting Gift Ideas for Your Home and Wife</strong><br /><br />With the holidays fast approaching, it's no wonder that there are so many men out there trying to think of what they can get for their wife. Sometimes it's easier to get a gift for that special woman in your life than other years, and that's okay. This guide is here to help you brainstorm some ideas of your own, so that you can get that special woman something that is truly unique and catered to her tastes. Without further ado, here's a look at some of the best gift ideas out there for women who like to take pride in their home and family.<br /><br /><b>&nbsp;Unique Landscape Designs</b> While it's easy to focus on what can be added to the inside of a house, few people consider just how important the surrounding area is to the overall aesthetic of a home. With that in mind, why not get your spouse something that they can be proud of all through the season? There are plenty of companies that offer a unique <a href="http://workwithcore.com/backyard-spaces/">landscape design in Jacksonville FL</a> experience, and these services can help you create something that is special to you and your family. Whether it's a new lounging area in your backyard, or something a little more extreme, there's sure to be a design that you can be proud of for the holidays. While a gift like this might require a longer term investment before it's fully "revealed," you can be sure that your spouse will be excited at the prospect of a gift that needs to take a little while longer to be fully ready.<br /><br /><b>&nbsp;A Surprise Trip</b> When you can't think of anything to get your spouse, sometimes the answer is to simply not "get" them anything at all. Instead, why not invest in a trip to somewhere exotic? Or, if your spouse hates those kinds of trips, go somewhere that isn't exotic at all. Sometimes, the best trips are the ones where you go somewhere that isn't really known for anything at all. Instead, the beauty of the trip comes from being together, and that's really what the holidays are supposed to be about anyway. At the end of the day, the best gift ideas are the ones that come from the heart. While these ideas are certainly winners, it's understandable if you want to find something that has your own personal touch to it. Hopefully, by looking over these ideas, you'll be able to come up with something that both you and your family will be able to enjoy together.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/zRuHm/~4/w9T6W8J8rio" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01920885577163512347noreply@blogger.com0http://www.hopescafe.com/2017/11/gift-ideas-for-your-wife-christmas2017.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1926682943009974002.post-31494135947843520362017-10-19T15:24:00.002-05:002017-10-19T15:24:32.241-05:00Gourmet Gift Baskets-The Holidays are Coming!Send Gift Baskets to Your Friends and Loved Ones in Canada<br /><br />Are you looking for a great new way to show friends and family that you care? One of the best ways to do it for a price that won't break your bank is to send out a series of <a href="https://www.thesweetbasket.com/">gourmet gift baskets in Canada</a>. This baskets are chock full of all the goodies you can stuff in. They're guaranteed to arrive on time and even more guaranteed to please. There's nothing that says "I care" than sending someone a gift basket full of sweets and other goodies. It's the perfect gift for a birthday or anniversary. You can arrange for a basket to be sent to your special someone anywhere in Canada.<br /><br />Sending Out a Gift Basket is a Great Long Distance Reminder<br /><br />There are many things that may be better said with a gift than a series of words. Sending out a gift basket lets you know someone is in your thoughts even when you're far away. If you can't be there in person, send them a gift basket to let them know how much you care. It's not quite the same as being there in person, but it's the perfect reminder that you really are never far away in your heart. By doing this, you can keep a friendship, romance, or family tie alive until the day that you are able to get back home. It's a great way to skimp on words and deliver big on deeds.<br /><br />A Great Variety of Gift Basket Ideas is Available to Choose From<br /><br />The best thing about this great new idea is that there are a nearly infinite variety of ideas and styles to choose from. You can send a basket full of chocolate or one that is largely made up of gourmet cheese or even gum drops. Whether you are sending a basket of fruits or one filled with sweets to your loved one, relative, or friend, one thing is clear: What you are really sending out is a declaration of friendship or even love. Food and sweets are excellent ways to communicate this good feeling without getting all mushy about it. The person who receives the basket will get the point.<br /><br />What Kind of Basket Would You Choose for Your Loved One?<br /><br />With such a wide variety of styles to choose from, you may find yourself wondering just what sort of basket you should send to your friend or loved one. You can choose one that is purely candy or chocolate, or you can send a big basket full of healthy fruit. If your friend or loved one is a lover of gourmet cheese, there are plenty of samples that you can share with them. Giving the gift of variety is a great way to show them that you are thinking especially of them by sending them a basket that is tailored exclusively to their favorite foods.<br /><br />You Can Choose a Special Basket of Goodies to Send Anywhere<br /><br />You can quickly log on to the world wide web in order to get a gift basket sent anywhere you choose, all across the country. This is an offer that you can set up in a matter of mere minutes. The moment you hit checkout, your payment will be processed and your special basket of goodies will be on its way. It's a quick and easy way to remind someone special that you care.<br /><br />It's Easier Than Ever For You to Send a Gift Basket Across Canada<br /><br />Thanks to the power of the world wide web, it's now easier than ever to send out a gift basket anywhere across Canada. You can make the reservation for a gift basket via the phone or handle the whole operation over the medium of the web. However you want to do it, there are plenty of extra tips and tricks that you can employ in order to save even more money on the deal. You just need to know how to arrange for a gift basket delivery by contacting the relevant authority on the web. This is one gift idea that you should definitely not miss your chance to explore to the fullest degree.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/zRuHm/~4/YTJ580PfueA" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01920885577163512347noreply@blogger.com1http://www.hopescafe.com/2017/10/gourmet-gift-baskets-holidays-are-coming.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1926682943009974002.post-70484967972915513782017-10-09T15:39:00.005-05:002017-10-09T15:39:57.096-05:00Cake Bakeries For Custom Cakes<div style="text-align: center;"><strong>Cake Bakeries Offer Many Selections</strong></div><br /><div style="text-align: left;">Although we may at first think of a cake bakery when it comes to ordering a custom-made beautifully-decorated cake for a wedding, holiday, birthday, anniversary, graduation, baby shower, wedding shower, corporate event, or other special occasion, those bakeries also have a thriving business in providing enticing day-to-day specialties that will keep customers coming back on a regular basis as they satisfy their cravings for the sweet treats that greet their eyes and encourage their taste buds to salivate! When a bakery makes everything from scratch, often from recipes that have been handed down from mothers and grandmothers, our mouths drool at the thought of enjoying those eye-catching desirable offerings. When it comes to <a href="http://www.jaroschbakery.com/cakes/">cake bakeries Chicago IL</a> area, the one that stands out prominently is the Jarosch Bakery in the Northwest Suburbs in the Elk Grove Village. Their skilled bakers and cake decorators have continued a outstanding tradition of excellence since 1959 of creating the most delicious and gorgeous custom cakes for weddings, showers, holidays, and a variety of other special occasions. They also provide fantastic choices of daily “goodies” and specials. For just a few of the multitude of examples offered on their spectacular menu, picture these mouth-watering suggestions: Whipped Cream Cakes including a Rum Torte and others. A Sprinkle Cake, which is a Devil's Food and Yellow Cake with Buttercream filling and icing and covered in multi-sprinkles. Pies including Blueberry or Cherry Crumbles, which are traditional pies with icing and streusel crumbs on top. Coffee Cakes including Apple Black Raspberry and Openface-Fresh Plum. There is a different Coffee Cake Special every Saturday and another special every month. A variety of Cookies including a bag of 24 Mini Chocolate Chip Cookies for only $2.34 when you make a Coffee Cake purchase. Daily Specials include such “yummies” as Raspberry Walnut Slices on Thursdays and Apricot Graham Bars every other Tuesday. Pastries include a Fresh Banana Whipped Cream Tart. Add to all those above an amazing selection of delectable Sweet Rolls, Fry Cakes, Donuts, Strudels, Tortes, Cupcakes, Breads, Quick Breads, Buns, and many Special Desserts. </div><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/zRuHm/~4/HxrRuJkRN7c" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01920885577163512347noreply@blogger.com0http://www.hopescafe.com/2017/10/cake-bakeries-for-custom-cakes.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1926682943009974002.post-86833426184338886822017-10-05T15:29:00.002-05:002017-10-05T15:29:33.257-05:00Do Your Roof Shingles Need Replaced?How to Determine if Your Roof Shingles Need to Be Replaced<br /><br /><br />Asphalt shingles are designed to last the consumer many years, with strong protection from the elements. There are times that replacement of shingles is necessary. Below are some of the best ways to determine if you need to consider having a professional roofer repair or replace the shingles on your roof.<br /><br /><br />Obvious Interior Leaks<br /><br />Leaks inside the building that come from roof problems have to be fixed quickly before it results in thousands of dollars in water damage to other parts of the structure. These types of leaks can appear as damp walls, water spots on interior ceilings, wet insulation and beams in the attic, or unexplained electrical problems. Lights that flicker frequently during rainy periods are a sign that water is leaking onto areas of electrical wiring.<br /><br /><br />Heavy Granular Residue in Gutters<br /><br />When you find a bunch of granular material in the gutters, you can be sure it has come off of the top surface of the shingles. It is placed on the surface of shingles to help reflect the rays of the sun. You should have a professional inspect the roof and make sure the shingles are still in good shape.<br /><br /><br />Missing Shingles<br /><br />No matter how small the area is with missing shingles, they need to be replaced to keep a seal against moisture. Shingles can go missing from storms, high winds, age, and other sorts of damage. These are areas that need to be repaired quickly to preserve the wood that resides beneath the shingles.<br /><br /><br />Curled and Broken Shingles<br /><br />Inspecting the edges of the roof closely can reveal a lot of information about the health of your shingles. If they are curling at the ends, brittle and breaking, it is time to consider placing new shingles on the roof. Curled and broken shingles offer access to water intrusion that can and will cause extensive damage to the roof.<br /><br /><br />Shingles Over 30-Years Old<br /><br />If your shingled roof has reached the age of 25 to 30 years, it is a good idea to begin making plans to totally change out the shingles. You may have a few more years of use left, but you can begin to establish the budget to have the roof resurfaced when it is convenient and needed.<br /><br />Contact an expert <a href="http://southshoreroofers.com/commercial/">roofing company Hanover MA</a> like South Shore Roofers and set an appointment for a roof inspection today!<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/zRuHm/~4/BZ_IBL6FZ1I" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01920885577163512347noreply@blogger.com0http://www.hopescafe.com/2017/10/do-your-roof-shingles-need-replaced.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1926682943009974002.post-20967353071716873532017-09-07T13:14:00.000-05:002017-09-07T13:14:16.976-05:00Keeping Your Heat Pump Working EfficientlyWhat Causes Heat Pump Inefficiency?<br /><br /><br />An inefficient heat pump can be a sign that you need to have it repaired, but often there are a few adjustments you can make that will provide improved heating results. You do not want to put off the care of your heat pump to the last minute and spend the colder months shivering. Below are a few of the items that can affect the operation and heating capabilities of your heat pump.<br /><br /><br />Extreme Cold Temperatures<br /><br />You will begin to notice a serious chill in the air when temperatures plummet near, at, or below freezing. You should always consider a secondary, non-electric backup heat source for the extremely cold winter days and nights. A gas furnace is the most economical solution. A secondary electric heating source could result in abnormally high energy bills.<br /><br /><br />Clogged Filter<br /><br />The heat pump unit uses a filter to keep the internal workings clean. The filter should be inspected and replaced often. The price is reasonable and keeping it clean and changed will extend the life of your heat pump. Improving and maintaining efficiency begins with simple items like the filter.<br /><br /><br />Snow or Debris Outside<br /><br />A heat pump draws air from the outside and extracts the available warmth to use in heating the home. If heavy snowfall is allowed to accumulate and other debris clogs the outside vent, the heat pump will lose efficiency. Keep a shovel handy and keep the snow cleared after each new storm. Diligent care will keep your heat pump unit working at optimal levels.<br /><br /><br />Thermostat Problems<br /><br />The thermostat tells your heat pump when to start and stop the heating process. You will notice something off in the heat of the room if the thermostat begins to fail. Have the thermostat checked by a professional. Consider getting a thermostat that allows you to program the heat level of your home.<br /><br /><br />Lack of Regular Maintenance<br /><br />Your heat pump unit should have a thorough inspection and tune-up every 12 months. Having a qualified technician check you heat pump can help catch problems early. Routine scheduled maintenance will help it last for years to come.<br /><br />Contact heating specialists like CC Air and Heat for all of your needed <a href="http://www.ccairandheat.com/maintenance/">heat pump maintenance Newport News VA</a> today!<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/zRuHm/~4/usoCIHeYeGE" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01920885577163512347noreply@blogger.com0http://www.hopescafe.com/2017/09/keeping-your-heat-pump-working.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1926682943009974002.post-83940082583614141812017-08-24T13:01:00.001-05:002017-08-24T13:12:43.913-05:00Pros and Cons of Synthetic Hair Wigs<span style="font-size: x-small;">*This is a sponsored post. All thoughts and opinions are my own.</span><br /><br />If you are looking into getting a hair wig, chances are you've come across synthetic hair wigs as well as human hair wigs. Both kinds of wigs have their pros and cons, obviously, so some research is helpful before making a purchase. Let's take a look at the benefits and downsides of synthetic wigs to hopefully help you in your choice.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-BjgjNLqW1go/WZ8T2OBBSPI/AAAAAAAAVBQ/NYTJcVtc1F8utPgKT1JA7AxIO2mGO0RigCLcBGAs/s1600/model-model-6-inch-lace-part-wig-libby-3c0.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="1000" height="320" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-BjgjNLqW1go/WZ8T2OBBSPI/AAAAAAAAVBQ/NYTJcVtc1F8utPgKT1JA7AxIO2mGO0RigCLcBGAs/s320/model-model-6-inch-lace-part-wig-libby-3c0.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br />There are several advantages to wearing a synthetic hair wig. First of all, whatever style you end up choosing is the style you will have permanently (or for as long as you wear the wig, obviously). <a href="http://www.divatress.com/wigs/synthetic.html" rel="nofollow">Synthetic wigs</a> basically have a "memory" of sorts, which means that you don't have to fuss with it to retain the original style, even after washing. For example, if you choose a wavy or curly synthetic hair wig, you don't have to fuss with curling every time - or ever - after washing. Another benefit to synthetic hair wigs is the price. These are much more affordable than a human hair wig. So if price is an issue for you, or you just don't feel like shelling out $500 or more for a wig, synthetic is definitely the way to go for you. One last benefit I'll mention is that I have heard that if you want a short hairstyle, synthetic wigs work much better and require much less fuss and care than a human hair wig.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Xk43WT8VpKw/WZ8T8EGSp8I/AAAAAAAAVBU/QxXvvR42k1s71iHH1KA7xUSibrcQ5w1tgCLcBGAs/s1600/zury-sis-reversible-comfy-cap-wig-kara-eaf.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="1000" height="320" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Xk43WT8VpKw/WZ8T8EGSp8I/AAAAAAAAVBU/QxXvvR42k1s71iHH1KA7xUSibrcQ5w1tgCLcBGAs/s320/zury-sis-reversible-comfy-cap-wig-kara-eaf.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br />Downsides to synthetic wigs are pretty simple. You can't use heat styling tools on them, which of course you don't really need, since the style is locked in. Why worry over not being able to use a curling iron when you don't need to? Obviously, you can't change the style or color of a synthetic hair wig but again, as long as you like the look of the wig you purchase, there are no worries! Lastly, if you want a longer hairstyle, synthetic wigs may not work for you as the friction caused by your hair rubbing against the synthetic hair can result in frizz. There are some ways to reduce this, but again, if you like a shoulder-length or shorter hair style, this won't be a concern for you.<br /><br />Divatress is a leading beauty company that I recently learned about, and I was amazed to see the amount of beauty products they offer. Take a look at their catalog that includes beauty products, makeup, hair care products, and you guessed it, synthetic wigs!<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/zRuHm/~4/qnr8GNDLL4s" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01920885577163512347noreply@blogger.com0http://www.hopescafe.com/2017/08/pros-and-cons-of-synthetic-hair-wigs.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1926682943009974002.post-28453628245610462612017-08-22T11:32:00.000-05:002017-08-22T11:38:15.632-05:00How We Chose a New Vehicle<span style="font-size: x-small;">*Sponsored Post</span><br /><br />Our family recently purchased a new (used) car. This was a process we put a lot of thought, research, and of course, prayer, into. Let's be honest, a vehicle is a rather large purchase, and it's something you hope will last you for quite a few years-you don't want to be looking for a new car every year!<br /><br />Our first step was obviously deciding what type or size of vehicle would work best for our needs. We take quite a few weekend trips as well as a few 2-week trips every year, so we wanted something with third-row seating and a lot of room for luggage. There's usually 4-5 of us on the trips, and being girls, you know we pack more luggage than we actually need! Having something that would be able to pull a small trailer was something we would like, but not necessarily a necessity. From past experience, I knew my top choice would be a Ford Explorer, but we were open to any type of SUV around that size.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-gVxbJwXAMaw/WZxaqc8WVOI/AAAAAAAAVA0/Jp4qn6pueY0bSOBoieUI1vbCFHX-LQ-ZACLcBGAs/s1600/USC30FOS102D021001.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="330" data-original-width="500" height="211" src="https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-gVxbJwXAMaw/WZxaqc8WVOI/AAAAAAAAVA0/Jp4qn6pueY0bSOBoieUI1vbCFHX-LQ-ZACLcBGAs/s320/USC30FOS102D021001.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br />The next step was looking for vehicles within a 2-hour radius of us. We live in a pretty small area so there aren't a huge amount of dealers to choose from nearby, which made the internet a big help. One of my favorite websites to use while doing all this was <a href="https://www.cars.com/" rel="nofollow">Cars.com</a>. You can search for new or used cars, and also, my favorite part, check out reviews on vehicles. There was one SUV we had been looking at (I don't recall which make/model it was now) that I was very thankful I had checked reviews before we drove to look at it an hour and a half away. It looked/sounded great, was within our price range, and a newer model, but after reading reviews about how it didn't hold up well, we crossed that one off our list. I can not stress enough how important research is - especially reading reviews - when looking to buy a new vehicle!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-otrtSmar7y0/WZxavuoj6sI/AAAAAAAAVA4/825e5iSoJmAbxIG0qonCsnckFcHKcNRNQCLcBGAs/s1600/Screen%2BShot%2B2017-08-22%2Bat%2B11.23.33%2BAM.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="269" data-original-width="1008" height="106" src="https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-otrtSmar7y0/WZxavuoj6sI/AAAAAAAAVA4/825e5iSoJmAbxIG0qonCsnckFcHKcNRNQCLcBGAs/s400/Screen%2BShot%2B2017-08-22%2Bat%2B11.23.33%2BAM.png" width="400" /></a></div><br />The last step in our car-purchase experience was having my dad check out the vehicles. He definitely knows more about cars than I do, so it's helpful to have someone with more car-savvy than I possess to look at each vehicle we thought might be an option. He was quick to point out flaws with some, gave a so-so rating on others, and on the one we ended up purchasing, was completely sold on the vehicle's condition, reliability, and overall good fit for us. And wouldn't you know, we even ended up with the exact make and model of vehicle I was hoping for! We've had this vehicle for a little over three months now and have put about 7,000 miles on it in that time. (I said we do a lot of weekend trips!) All our research definitely paid off, as we have not had the slightest bit of trouble with our Explorer. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fnIMd06xQBg/WZxbUCrU4QI/AAAAAAAAVBA/BdeoANnhFx4OIXsF8-XSGn45qIuxT3mmwCLcBGAs/s1600/IMG_0135.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="240" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fnIMd06xQBg/WZxbUCrU4QI/AAAAAAAAVBA/BdeoANnhFx4OIXsF8-XSGn45qIuxT3mmwCLcBGAs/s320/IMG_0135.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/zRuHm/~4/1WBQBNyR4fk" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01920885577163512347noreply@blogger.com1http://www.hopescafe.com/2017/08/how-we-chose-new-vehicle.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1926682943009974002.post-24681424099896816232017-08-11T15:35:00.000-05:002017-08-11T15:35:47.585-05:00Keeping Your Boat ShipshapeBuying the Necessary Components to Fix Your Vessel<br /><br />It is up to you as the captain and owner of your own yacht to keep your vessel in seaworthy condition. &nbsp;If you neglect its maintenance or fail to make repairs as necessary, you could end up with a boat that no longer works and is not safe to take out on the open waters. <br /><br />Whether you lack the skills or not to make the needed repairs, you can save yourself time and money by purchasing maintenance supplies, on board necessities, and <a href="http://www.mmimarine.com/mmi/index.php?pid=replace">replacement parts for boats</a>. &nbsp;You can find the widest array of inventory for yacht owners by shopping online.<br /><br /><br />Repairs, Upgrades, and Maintenance<br /><br />A yacht requires the same if not more upkeep than a car. &nbsp;Just like any other vehicle, it needs regular oil changes, engine flushes, mechanical replacements, and more to keep it in good running condition. &nbsp;While you could take your boat to a mechanic for the repairs, you may know how to do some or all of the work yourself. &nbsp;You can get the parts you need for any job by shopping on the website.<br /><br />The website lets you shop by brand, part, or manufacturer of your boat. &nbsp;You may find some universal parts that can work inside of the engine or other systems. &nbsp;However, if you are a brand fan or must use parts that are made specifically for a particular manufacturer, you can also narrow your search by those filters as well.<br /><br />All of the parts are listed with their full product descriptions as well as their prices. &nbsp;You know how much you will spend before you get through the end of the checkout process. &nbsp;The website routinely offers coupons, savings, and other discounts for people who want to save the most money on their purchases.<br /><br /><br />Other Nautical Supplies<br /><br />As the captain of the yacht, it is also up to you keep everyone on board happy and safe. &nbsp;You do not want anyone suffering from a blood sugar crash or medical emergency while you are out on the water.<br /><br />You can find supplies like granola, beverages, and more on the website. &nbsp;You can also find first aid supplies as well as buoys, life jackets, flares, and more to keep everyone safe. <br /><br /><br />The yacht owner has the responsibility of keeping the boat in good condition and passengers safe. You can get everything you need to enjoy every ride in your boat by shopping for parts, supplies, first aid products, and more online.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/zRuHm/~4/Q-ckFvLcQnc" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01920885577163512347noreply@blogger.com0http://www.hopescafe.com/2017/08/keeping-your-boat-shipshape.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1926682943009974002.post-70799344485592488452017-07-20T21:58:00.000-05:002017-07-20T21:58:08.219-05:00Making A Cookie BouquetBasics Of Making A Cookie Bouquet<br /><br />If it's hard making a decision on what to get for a gift, then consider making a cookie bouquet. These sweet gifts can be given for a graduation, holiday, birthday or just to cheer someone up and make them smile. They are easy to make and customize with any cookie design that you think the person would like and in any color to match the occasion.<br /><br />Before you do anything with the basket or the decorations, you need to think about the kind of cookie that you want to make and get the cutters to make them. It's easier to use a cookie cutter than to try to design the shapes using a knife or other tools. If you're making the basket for Christmas, then consider a combination of trees, snowmen, and bells or pumpkins and witches for Halloween. Birthday bouquets could include anything from flowers to animals. Find out what the person likes, customizing the <a href="http://www.bisketbaskets.com/cookiebouquets.html">cookie bouquets</a> that you make so that it's something that is just for them to enjoy that day.<br /><br />When you make the cookies, use sugar cookie dough. Roll the dough so that it's thick. This will allow the cookies to hold up to the icing that is used. A thicker cookie will also work better with the sticks that are used to hold them up in the bouquet. Avoid using gels when decorating as they can tend to run, especially if the bouquet will be in a warmer environment while in transit from one location to another. Use a thicker icing instead of one that's whipped so that it stays in place on the cookie a bit better.<br /><br />A tip for getting the ideal thickness for the cookies that you make is to put a paint stick on either side of the dough. Roll out the dough until it's level with the sticks. Sucker sticks work well instead of craft sticks for inserting into the cookie. Put the sticks into the cookies before you bake them so that the dough can harden around the sticks. Let the cookies cool completely before decorating. Position the decorated cookies so that they look like a bouquet before wrapping the entire gift with cellophane. <img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/zRuHm/~4/KAl6iVFQtSM" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01920885577163512347noreply@blogger.com0http://www.hopescafe.com/2017/07/making-cookie-bouquet.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1926682943009974002.post-68714746740970341182017-07-13T16:34:00.005-05:002017-07-13T16:35:05.185-05:00Interesting Ideas For New Businesses<div style="text-align: center;"><strong>Interesting Ideas for New Businesses</strong>&nbsp;</div><br />With it becoming easier than ever for people to work from home, it's no wonder that people are itching for something that's both creative and financially rewarding to occupy their time with. In order to help you figure out what's right for you, here's a look at a few creative ideas for new businesses, as well as some tips to help get them started.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">Arts and Crafts&nbsp;</div><br />&nbsp;Although arts and crafts are mainly reserved as hobbies, now is the perfect time to translate your hobby into something that can also earn you money. Sites like Etsy make it easier than ever to reach out to a new audience for your goods, and you can set the price to give yourself total control. Regardless of whether you like to knit, cook, or paint, there's likely someone out there who's interested in buying whatever it is that you're selling. In fact, even if you're not particularly skilled at any crafts, as long as you have a 3D printer, you can help people get access to the tools they need by printing them for a premium cost. The point is to really think about what you have around your house and how you can apply that to your new business.<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;">&nbsp;Car Wash&nbsp;</div><br />If you're not interested in working directly from home, then what about something a little more physical? Starting a car wash can be a great way to earn a few extra bucks, especially if you're committed to developing a professional grade one. In fact, companies like Fast Tech even provide <a href="http://www.fastechus.com/services/carwash/">car wash construction California</a> services for those who are particularly interested. With automated cars becoming more popular, the need for car washes has never been greater, as people are spending more time in their vehicles traveling to places they never would have otherwise. If you want to take advantage of this growing trend, then now is the time to do so. Regardless of what you ultimately end up doing with your time, hopefully these ideas will inspire you to put your mind to work and to never rest on your laurels. By turning your passions into something that can earn you money, you can even potentially develop an entirely new career out of your hobby, and really develop a greater appreciation for your work. As always, the key is to stay positive and keep an eye out for any new opportunities before they disappear.<img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/zRuHm/~4/iF_jYisH1Zw" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01920885577163512347noreply@blogger.com0http://www.hopescafe.com/2017/07/interesting-ideas-for-new-businesses.htmltag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1926682943009974002.post-26998496854147096612017-07-13T16:33:00.001-05:002017-07-13T16:33:18.196-05:00Temporary Commercial Kitchen RentalSecuring the Means to Continue Your Culinary Obligations<br /><br />When your personal or professional life revolves around cooking, you cannot afford to lose a day to circumstances like renovations, disaster recovery, or other factors. &nbsp;The people for whom you cook look to you to provide their daily meals. <br /><br />Rather than let these individuals down, you can get the facilities you need to cook any meal by investing in options like grills and barbecue pits, a <a href="http://kitchencorps.com/temporary-kitchens/">temporary commercial kitchen rental</a>, a trailer or mobile unit, and other selections. &nbsp;You can find out more about getting this setup by going to the website now.<br /><br /><br />Necessary Fixtures<br /><br />You may wonder if you will genuinely have everything you need to cook up a meal if you lease a temporary kitchen. &nbsp;Can you cook up a breakfast or bake a cake like you normally do in your own kitchen? &nbsp;Will all of the equipment be easy to use and give you the results you want?<br /><br />You can answer these questions and more when you visit the website. &nbsp;You can take a look at pictures of such facilities and find out what fixtures you can expect if you lease one of these arrangements. &nbsp;You may feel more at ease with this choice when you realize you can get a stove, oven, sink, microwave, and other fixtures with which you are accustomed to working everyday.<br /><br /><br />Setup on Your Terms<br /><br />If you decide to go with this option, you may wonder how long you can lease the kitchen or if you need to worry about setting it up yourself. &nbsp;When your home or business is being renovated, repaired, or otherwise worked on, you may have no control over the timeline. &nbsp;You need to know that you can have the kitchen for as long as needed.<br /><br />When you visit the website, you can find out the rental length options. &nbsp;The company makes these setups available for as long as needed in most cases.<br /><br />You also do not have to worry about setting it up yourself. &nbsp;The company brings the kitchen to you and ensures that it is hooked up to the gas or electric outlets so that you can start cooking with your new kitchen right away.<br /><br /><br />People look to you to make their meals everyday. &nbsp;Rather than leave them hungry, you can prepare all three meals plus snacks and more when you lease a temporary kitchen. &nbsp;You can find out more online.<br /><br /><br /><img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/zRuHm/~4/Eimsz_p--Zc" height="1" width="1" alt=""/>Hopehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01920885577163512347noreply@blogger.com1http://www.hopescafe.com/2017/07/temporary-commercial-kitchen-rental.html